Swedish Kringle

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Delightful Swedish Kringle recipe for breakfast or dessert
in Pastry

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 -4 tablespoons ice water
1 cup water
1/2 cup butter
1 cup flour
3 eggs
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon soft butter
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 -2 tablespoon cream or 1 -2 tablespoon milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
520
Sugar
27g
Fat
29g
Swedish Kringle is a traditional pastry hailing from the Scandinavian country of Sweden. This light and airy pastry is typically enjoyed for breakfast or as a sweet dessert. It's made by rolling out a flaky pastry dough, filling it with a creamy, sweet filling, and topping it with a delicious almond glaze. The result is a pastry that's both rich and indulgent, perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea. While not the healthiest option out there, Swedish Kringle is a delicious treat that's sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.In a large bowl, cut the cold butter into 1 cup of flour until the mixture becomes crumbly.
3.Add 2-4 tablespoons of ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and stir the mixture with a fork until a dough forms.
4.Roll out the dough into a rectangle, about 12x18 inches in size.
5.In a saucepan, bring 1 cup water and 1/2 cup butter to a boil. Add 1 cup flour, stirring constantly, until the mixture forms into a ball.
6.Add 3 eggs, one at a time, beating each egg in before adding the next.
7.Add 1/2 teaspoon almond extract and stir until the mixture is smooth.
8.Pour the mixture over the dough and spread evenly.
9.Roll up the dough lengthwise, trimming and sealing the ends as needed.
10.Place the kringle on a baking sheet and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.
11.Let cool.
12.In a small bowl, mix together 1 cup powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon soft butter, 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, and 1-2 tablespoons cream or milk to make the glaze.
13.Drizzle the glaze over the cooled kringle.

PROS

Swedish Kringle is a light and airy pastry filled with a creamy, sweet filling and topped with a delicious almond glaze.

It’s perfect for breakfast or as a sweet dessert.

CONS

This pastry is quite rich and sweet, so it should be consumed in moderation.

It’s also high in calories and fat, making it best saved for a special occasion treat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not particularly healthy, this pastry can still be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
Almonds are a good source of healthy fats, fiber, protein, and various important nutrients.

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